In this engaging conversation, Ryan Duey, co-founder and CEO of Plunge, discusses the growth and evolution of his business in the wellness industry, focusing on cold plunges and saunas. Duey reflects on the increasing consumer interest in wellness, evident through growing trends and the adoption of cold and hot therapies. Plunge's vision revolves around making wellness accessible through innovative products, such as their Evolve series, offering varying price points to meet consumer needs. Duey emphasizes the importance of consumer feedback, development of the Plunge app for enhanced user experience. Additionally, he highlights the shift in market demand from high to more accessible price points and introduces new products aimed at democratizing cold plunging.   LINKS: <a href= "https://www.wodify.com/">https://www.wodify.com/</a> <a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/">https://podcastcollective.io/</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this engaging conversation, Ryan Duey, co-founder and CEO of Plunge, discusses the growth and evolution of his business in the wellness industry, focusing on cold plunges and saunas. Duey reflects on the increasing consumer interest in wellness, evident through growing trends and the adoption of cold and hot therapies. Plunge's vision revolves around making wellness accessible through innovative products, such as their Evolve series, offering varying price points to meet consumer needs. Duey emphasizes the importance of consumer feedback, development of the Plunge app for enhanced user experience. Additionally, he highlights the shift in market demand from high to more accessible price points and introduces new products aimed at democratizing cold plunging.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LINKS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.wodify.com/"&gt;https://www.wodify.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/"&gt;https://podcastcollective.io/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Duey, co-founder and CEO of Plunge, discusses the growth and evolution of his business in the wellness industry, focusing on cold plunges and saunas. Duey reflects on the increasing consumer interest in wellness,...

Ryan Duey - Plunge & Scaling Cold Immersion Therapy

In this episode, Eric Malzone and Mike Goscinski dive into the Health and Fitness Association's advocacy work and the key issues facing the fitness industry. Goscinski, VP of Government Affairs, stresses the critical role of advocacy in shaping industry policies and discusses initiatives like the FIT Act to integrate physical activity into healthcare. He highlights bipartisan support for such measures and underscores the industry's influence in driving advocacy efforts. The conversation also touches on the association's recent rebranding, membership benefits, and the importance of preventive health measures in addressing national health concerns. Goscinski encourages industry members to get involved in advocacy and shares avenues for engagement via the association's website and social media platforms, aiming to bolster the industry's voice in policy discussions.   LINKS: <a href= "https://www.wodify.com/">https://www.wodify.com/</a> <a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/">https://podcastcollective.io/</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Eric Malzone and Mike Goscinski dive into the Health and Fitness Association's advocacy work and the key issues facing the fitness industry. Goscinski, VP of Government Affairs, stresses the critical role of advocacy in shaping industry policies and discusses initiatives like the FIT Act to integrate physical activity into healthcare. He highlights bipartisan support for such measures and underscores the industry's influence in driving advocacy efforts. The conversation also touches on the association's recent rebranding, membership benefits, and the importance of preventive health measures in addressing national health concerns. Goscinski encourages industry members to get involved in advocacy and shares avenues for engagement via the association's website and social media platforms, aiming to bolster the industry's voice in policy discussions.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;div class="flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full"&gt; &lt;div class= "min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id= "c2a10233-1676-4ea0-821a-be7f0659cd88"&gt; &lt;div class= "markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LINKS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.wodify.com/"&gt;https://www.wodify.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/"&gt;https://podcastcollective.io/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="pr-2 lg:pr-0"&gt; &lt;/div&gt;</description>

In this episode, Eric Malzone and Mike Goscinski dive into the Health and Fitness Association's advocacy work and the key issues facing the fitness industry. Goscinski, VP of Government Affairs, stresses the critical role of advocacy in shaping...

Mike Goscinski - The Future of the Health & Fitness Association

In this episode, host Eric Malzone is joined by guests Juliet Starrett and Alex Alimanestianu to discuss various topics impacting the fitness industry. They start by analyzing the quarterly reports of major fitness companies, diving into stock performance, revenue growth, and operational challenges. The conversation then shifts to CrossFit, exploring recent changes in affiliate fees and the evolving landscape for gym owners. Finally, they delve into the state of women's health and sports, addressing challenges like diversity in leadership, menstrual cycle impacts on performance, and the role of social media in promoting positive changes. Despite the hurdles, they express optimism about the future of women's health and sports and the potential for positive transformations in the fitness industry.   LINKS: <a href= "https://www.wodify.com/">https://www.wodify.com/</a> <a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/">https://podcastcollective.io/</a>

<description>&lt;div class="flex-1 overflow-hidden"&gt; &lt;div class="react-scroll-to-bottom--css-bikyl-79elbk h-full"&gt; &lt;div class="react-scroll-to-bottom--css-bikyl-1n7m0yu"&gt; &lt;div&gt; &lt;div class="flex flex-col text-sm pb-9"&gt; &lt;div class="w-full text-token-text-primary" dir="auto" data-testid= "conversation-turn-11"&gt; &lt;div class="px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto"&gt; &lt;div class= "flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 juice:gap-4 juice:md:gap-6 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem] group final-completion"&gt; &lt;div class="relative flex w-full flex-col agent-turn"&gt; &lt;div class="flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3"&gt; &lt;div class="flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full"&gt; &lt;div class= "min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id= "c2a10233-1676-4ea0-821a-be7f0659cd88"&gt; &lt;div class= "markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"&gt; &lt;p&gt;In this episode, host Eric Malzone is joined by guests Juliet Starrett and Alex Alimanestianu to discuss various topics impacting the fitness industry. They start by analyzing the quarterly reports of major fitness companies, diving into stock performance, revenue growth, and operational challenges. The conversation then shifts to CrossFit, exploring recent changes in affiliate fees and the evolving landscape for gym owners. Finally, they delve into the state of women's health and sports, addressing challenges like diversity in leadership, menstrual cycle impacts on performance, and the role of social media in promoting positive changes. Despite the hurdles, they express optimism about the future of women's health and sports and the potential for positive transformations in the fitness industry.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LINKS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.wodify.com/"&gt;https://www.wodify.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/"&gt;https://podcastcollective.io/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="pr-2 lg:pr-0"&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="absolute"&gt; &lt;div class="flex w-full gap-2 items-center justify-center"&gt;  &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class= "w-full pt-2 md:pt-0 dark:border-white/20 md:border-transparent md:dark:border-transparent md:w-[calc(100%-.5rem)]"&gt; &lt;form class= "stretch mx-2 flex flex-row gap-3 last:mb-2 md:mx-4 md:last:mb-6 lg:mx-auto lg:max-w-2xl xl:max-w-3xl"&gt; &lt;div class="relative flex h-full flex-1 flex-col"&gt; &lt;div class="absolute bottom-full left-0 right-0"&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="flex w-full items-center"&gt; &lt;div class= "overflow-hidden [&amp;:has(textarea:focus)]:border-token-border-xheavy [&amp;:has(textarea:focus)]:shadow-[0_2px_6px_rgba(0,0,0,.05)] flex flex-col w-full flex-grow relative border dark:text-white rounded-2xl bg-token-main-surface-primary border-token-border-medium"&gt; &lt;div data-grammarly-part="button"&gt; &lt;div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &lt;div class="amkYk"&gt; &lt;div&gt; &lt;div class="ptGJG"&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/form&gt; &lt;/div&gt;</description>

In this episode, host Eric Malzone is joined by guests Juliet Starrett and Alex Alimanestianu to discuss various topics impacting the fitness industry. They start by analyzing the quarterly reports of major fitness companies, diving into stock...

Juliet Starrett & Alex Alimanestianu - Quarterly Earnings Reports, CrossFit, & Women's Health & Fitness

In this episode of the podcast, Eric Malzone interviews Jim Rowley, CEO of Crunch Fitness, they explore the core principles of leadership in the fitness industry. Rowley emphasizes the importance of execution, highlighting that successful leadership is about getting things done. He discusses the unique qualities of effective leaders, including the ability to inspire and energize teams, while also reflecting on the evolving dynamics of generational differences in the workplace. Rowley shares personal strategies for maintaining a sharp edge as a leader, from prioritizing health and relationships to staying focused on business goals. He also provides insights into his daily routine and offers advice on how others can engage meaningfully with him. LINKS: <a href= "https://www.wodify.com/">https://www.wodify.com/</a> <a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/">https://podcastcollective.io/</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the podcast, Eric Malzone interviews Jim Rowley, CEO of Crunch Fitness, they explore the core principles of leadership in the fitness industry. Rowley emphasizes the importance of execution, highlighting that successful leadership is about getting things done. He discusses the unique qualities of effective leaders, including the ability to inspire and energize teams, while also reflecting on the evolving dynamics of generational differences in the workplace. Rowley shares personal strategies for maintaining a sharp edge as a leader, from prioritizing health and relationships to staying focused on business goals. He also provides insights into his daily routine and offers advice on how others can engage meaningfully with him.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LINKS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.wodify.com/"&gt;https://www.wodify.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/"&gt;https://podcastcollective.io/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of the podcast, Eric Malzone interviews Jim Rowley, CEO of Crunch Fitness, they explore the core principles of leadership in the fitness industry. Rowley emphasizes the importance of execution, highlighting that successful leadership...

Jim Rowley - Crunch Fitness & Principles of Leadership

In this episode, Eric Malzone welcomes Lisa Kuecker to discuss the future of fitness in Q1 2024. Kuecker shares her unexpected journey from tech entrepreneurship to boutique fitness, highlighting the evolution of her company, Studio Grow, which now operates globally. They define boutique fitness as selective towards specific modalities under one roof, emphasizing intimacy and community. The conversation covers challenges and opportunities in the industry, including the need for better sales and marketing strategies in the US and growing international interest in boutique fitness. Kuecker emphasizes embracing hospitality principles, leveraging AI in marketing, and improving sales conversion rates. LINKS: <a href= "https://www.wodify.com/">https://www.wodify.com/</a> <a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/">https://podcastcollective.io/</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Eric Malzone welcomes Lisa Kuecker to discuss the future of fitness in Q1 2024. Kuecker shares her unexpected journey from tech entrepreneurship to boutique fitness, highlighting the evolution of her company, Studio Grow, which now operates globally. They define boutique fitness as selective towards specific modalities under one roof, emphasizing intimacy and community. The conversation covers challenges and opportunities in the industry, including the need for better sales and marketing strategies in the US and growing international interest in boutique fitness. Kuecker emphasizes embracing hospitality principles, leveraging AI in marketing, and improving sales conversion rates.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LINKS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.wodify.com/"&gt;https://www.wodify.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://podcastcollective.io/"&gt;https://podcastcollective.io/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode, Eric Malzone welcomes Lisa Kuecker to discuss the future of fitness in Q1 2024. Kuecker shares her unexpected journey from tech entrepreneurship to boutique fitness, highlighting the evolution of her company, Studio Grow, which now...

Lisa Kuecker - The State of Boutique 2024

We are putting a shoulder into the fitness industry and pushing it forward into the modern digital age. Eric Malzone, a 14-year industry veteran, entrepreneur, advisor, and coach, interviews the brightest movers and shakers in the fitness and health industries. Interviewing some of the industry's top executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders, topics will vary covering cutting edge technology, entrepreneurship, hot industry trends, and so much more.  If you're in or around the industry, this is how you keep your edge sharp.

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